I Walk the Line
song written and composed by Johnny Cash, originally recorded by Johnny Cash and released in 1956
"I Walk the Line" is a song that was written and recorded by Johnny Cash in 1956. It was the first number one single Cash got. It sold over 2 million copies. Cash said that the song is about his promise to love and care for his wife.
| "I Walk the Line" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Johnny Cash | |
| from the album With His Hot and Blue Guitar | |
| Released | May 1, 1956 |
| Recorded | April 2, 1956 Sun Records |
| Genre | Country |
| Length | 2:45 |
| Label | Sun |
| Songwriter(s) | Johnny Cash |
| Producer(s) | Sam Phillips |
Chart positions
change| Chart (1957) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles | 1 |
| U.S. Billboard Hot 100 | 17 |
